Family-Friendly Adventure Road Trip in Jammu

Day 1: Explore Jammu

Jammu, India

7:30 AM

Breakfast at Krishna Dhaba

Start your day with a hearty traditional North Indian breakfast at Krishna Dhaba, known for its delicious aloo parathas and curd.
Located within Jammu city, easy to reach by car.
INR350, 1 hour

9:00 AM

Visit Raghunath Temple

Post breakfast, visit the Raghunath Temple, one of the largest temples in North India, dedicated to Lord Rama, perfect for spiritual exploration.
Just a 10-minute drive from the restaurant.
Free, 1.5 hours

10:30 AM

Heritage Walk to Bahu Fort

Take a scenic walk to the historic Bahu Fort, built in the 18th century, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the city and the river Tawi.
About 20 minutes by car from the temple.
INR50, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Jammuites

Relish a delicious lunch at Jammuites, famous for its authentic Kashmiri cuisine including Rogan Josh and Daal, which the kids will surely love.
Located a short 15-minute drive from Bahu Fort.
INR800, 1 hour

2:30 PM

Visit the Mughal Gardens

Post-lunch, explore the beautiful Mughal Gardens of Bagh-e-Bahu, where kids can play and families can relax surrounded by blooming flowers and lush greenery.
Just a 10-minute drive from Jammuites.
INR30, 2 hours

5:00 PM

Evening at Tawi River

Spend the evening by the Tawi River, enjoying a peaceful riverside walk and watching the sunset.
10 minutes by car from the gardens.
Free, 1.5 hours

7:00 PM

Dinner at Choudhary's

End your day with a delicious family dinner at Choudhary's, known for its North Indian and Mughlai dishes, perfect for all taste buds.
Located close to the Tawi River.
INR1000, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Journey to Katra

Katra, India

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Hotel K.C. Residency

Fuel up for the day with breakfast at Hotel K.C. Residency, which offers a variety of continental and Indian breakfast options.
Start your drive to Katra early, as it takes around 1.5 hours.
INR600, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Ride the Katra-Talwara Railway

Experience the scenic views by taking the Katra-Talwara train, offering stunning landscapes as you travel through the beautiful countryside.
The railway station is a short 10-minute drive from the hotel.
INR150, 1 hour

11:00 AM

Visit Mata Vaishno Devi Temple

Disembark at Katra and make your way to the Mata Vaishno Devi Temple, one of the most important pilgrimage sites, famous for its serene location and spiritual significance.
Take a local taxi from the station, around 20-minute drive.
Free, 3 hours

2:00 PM

Lunch at Restaurant Shiv Shankar

Refuel with lunch at Restaurant Shiv Shankar, known for its tasty vegetarian meals, including thali options that cater to family tastes.
Just 10 minutes from the temple.
INR700, 1 hour

3:30 PM

Nature Trek in Trikuta Hills

After lunch, embark on a leisurely trek through the Trikuta Hills to enjoy the stunning natural beauty and perhaps even spot some local wildlife.
Start the trek from the temple area.
Free, 3 hours

6:30 PM

Dinner at Sagar Ratna

Conclude your adventure with dinner at Sagar Ratna, a family-oriented restaurant famous for its South Indian delicacies and friendly atmosphere.
Easy to reach by taxi from Trikuta Hills.
INR800, 1.5 hours

8:00 PM

Evening Leisure

Wind down your trip with some leisurely evening strolls in Katra, enjoying the vibrant atmosphere and local shopping.
Allow time to explore on foot.
Free, 1 hour
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